Abstract: A dual clutch transmission with two clutches, two relative coaxial input shafts, two relative coaxial countershafts, two drive constants (gear trains, as well as one concentric transmission output shaft to the two drive shafts. Such a transmission structure is to be further embodied in such a way that through minor variations of gear mechanisms based on a construction module concept, seven-speed and eight-speed dual clutch transmissions with different direct gears, a different number of overdrive gears as well as different overall gear ratios can be manufactured. In accordance with a generic dual clutch transmission, the two countershafts by way of a coupling device can be rotationally connected with each other, and that on the countershaft embodied as hollow shaft, an idler gear is rotationally mounted, which meshes with a fixed gear on the transmission output shaft.

Abstract: The clamping element is supported in a positive fit on the base plate in the direction of traction of the traction element in the anchoring for pre-stressed strip-shaped traction elements on supporting structures. The traction element is received between a base plate which is fixed to the supporting structure and a clamping plate which can be clamped against the base plate and is fixed by adhesion and clamping. The clamping plate can include, on each side of the traction element, a retaining cam plate which projects in a downward manner and which engages in a retaining recess of the base plate, or can include a retaining projection which supports a stop which is connected to the base plate. The stops on the upper side of the base plate are welded push blocks which are arranged on both sides and/or in the region of the front side of the clamping plate.

Abstract: A clutch release arrangement (1) for a clutch release (pressure plate) (6) used in vehicles is provided. The clutch release arrangement (1) includes a control lever (2), which forms one unit together with a housing (3) and also a clutch release bearing (4). The housing (3) is supported directly on the control lever (2) by contact surfaces (8a, 8b or 18a, 18b) of different lengths, which allow height compensation “s” at assembly.

Abstract: A tensioning device for strip-shaped tension members on supporting structures, especially concrete supporting structures, exhibits a tensioning traverse, which is detachably fastened to a base plate that is permanently fastened to the supporting structure. A prestressing ancho), which is connected to the strip-shaped tension member by means of clamping, may be displaced by means of pressing elements for the purpose of applying tension to tension member and supported against the tensioning traverse or the base plate. A guide body, which supports the tension member so that it may glide, at least upward, is arranged between the tensioning traverse and the prestressing anchor so as to be stationary. The guide body exhibits a guide slit that accommodates the tension member so that it can glide, and it is mounted on a guide support that is connected to the tensioning traverse so as to be deflection resistant.

Abstract: A dual clutch transmission with two clutches, two relative coaxial input shafts, two relative coaxial countershafts, two drive constants (gear trains, as well as one concentric transmission output shaft to the two drive shafts. Such a transmission structure is to be further embodied in such a way that through minor variations of gear mechanisms based on a construction module concept, seven-speed and eight-speed dual clutch transmissions with different direct gears, a different number of overdrive gears as well as different overall gear ratios can be manufactured. The object of the invention provides that in accordance with a generic dual clutch transmission the two countershafts by way of a coupling device can be rotationally connected with each other, and that on the countershaft embodied as hollow shaft, an idler gear is rotationally mounted, which meshes with a fixed gear on the transmission output shaft.

Abstract: Pre-stressed, strip-type tension members are applied to supporting structures, especially concrete supporting structures. To this end, a clamping device is used to pre-stress the tension member at least at one end, at a distance from the surface of the supporting structure, by a temporary clamping element which is fixed to the tension member, and the tension member is then pressed onto the surface by at least one permanent brace. The two temporary clamping elements are removed from the surface once the tension member has been pressed onto the surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tie rod for a strip-type tension member (1), used in the building trade, and consisting especially of fibre-reinforced plastic lamellae. Said tie rod comprises at least one anchoring body (2) which is positively connected to the tension member (1) by means of adhesion and/or friction, and can be supported on a fixed abutment. The anchoring body (2) comprises a plurality of clamping blocks (3) which are arranged at a distance from each other in the longitudinal direction of the tension member and are connected to said tension member (1) by means of adhesion and/or friction. One of said clamping blocks is supported on the fixed abutment (7), and the clamping blocks are interconnected by extension sections (9) having different spring stiffnesses, the spring stiffnesses of said extension sections (9) increasing towards the end of the tension member (1).

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of electrochemical cells and fuel cells, and more specifically to polymer-electrolyte-membrane fuel cells (PEMFC) and direct methanol fuel cells (DMFC). It is directed to catalyst-coated ionomer membranes (“CCMs”) and membrane-electrode-assemblies (“MEAs”) that contain one or more protective film layers for protection, sealing and better handling purposes. The one or more protective film layers are attached to the surface of said catalyst-coated membranes in such a way that they overlap with a region of the passive non-coated ionomer area, and with a region of the active area that is coated with a catalyst layer. Furthermore, the present invention discloses a process for manufacture of CCMs and MEAs that contain protective film layers. The materials may be used as components for the manufacture of low temperature fuel cell stacks.

Abstract: A concrete tensioning band is disposed on a surface of unhardened concrete and tensioned by being attached to a clamp disposed on the base, and then displacing the clamp by a drive mechanism disposed on the clamp. Such displacement serves to tension the band. Spacers are positioned between the clamp and the base to hold the clamp in the displaced state while the drive mechanism is removed and an anchor device is fixed to the band to anchor the band to the base. Then, the clamp is removed.

Abstract: A reinforced or prestressed concrete structure is strengthened and/or restored by attaching a strip-shaped tensional member thereto. Prior to attaching the tensional member, a central portion thereof is prestressed. Then, the tensioned central portion is bonded to a concrete surface of the concrete structure by a first adhesive having a high deformation modulus. Thereafter, the non-prestressed end portions of the tensional member are bonded to the concrete surface by a second adhesive having a low deformation modulus, whereby the second adhesive is substantially less deformable than the first adhesive.